Maintenance Hand – Allora, Darling Downs Qld

2 weeks ago

Allora, Australia Drover Ag Full time

The Employer

Our clients are a nationally award-winning, family-owned enterprise that spans 1,200 hectares of land. They specialise in backgrounding and operate a feedlot with a capacity of 3,000 head, as well as engage in a mix of dryland cropping and irrigated farming, using centre pivots.

They have been supplying one of Australia's largest supermarkets for 35 years and are known for their innovation and technological expertise. Always striving to be at the forefront of the industry, they offer career progression opportunities within an existing dynamic team.

The Role

They are looking for a maintenance hand to join their team. Your duties will include, but are not limited to, carrying out repairs, preventative maintenance, and operation of farm machinery such as tractors, telehandlers, forklifts, and other machinery. Additionally, you will be responsible for repairing fences, yards, on-farm infrastructure, and maintaining water systems.

As required, you will also be expected to help with grain handling and milling operations as part of your responsibilities and may occasionally assist with feedlot feeding and other general farm tasks. Furthermore, keeping precise records of equipment maintenance is essential.

The role is primarily Monday to Friday, occasional weekend work may be required depending on operational needs.

The Offer

The candidate will be offered a competitive hourly rate that will be based on their skills and experience. An on-site work vehicle will be provided, along with the necessary tools and equipment to perform the job.

The property is situated just 10 kilometres from the charming rural town of Allora, known as 'the friendliest town on the downs.' It is also 26 kilometres from the larger centre of Warwick and 71 kilometres from Toowoomba. The region boasts excellent schooling options, a variety of services, and plenty of work opportunities for partners.

The Ideal Candidate

Experience as a heavy diesel mechanic is highly valued, along with the following skills and attributes:

- Welding, fencing, and fabrication experience is highly regarded
- Familiarity with farm-based machinery maintenance or feedlot operations
- Ability to display initiative and work autonomously when needed
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a mature, rational approach
- Tech-minded and able to competently use a variety of phone apps
- Must have a current driver's license
- Candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and a farming background are encouraged to apply

Register your interest

If you feel that you're the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you're the right fit.

For further information please call Grace on 0439 473 786 or email grace@droverag.com.au

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